How to connect Airtable and Captions
Create a New Scenario to Connect Airtable and Captions
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Airtable, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Airtable or Captions will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Airtable or Captions, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Airtable Node
Select the Airtable node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Airtable
Click on the Airtable node to configure it. You can modify the Airtable URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Captions Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Airtable node, select Captions from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Captions.

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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Airtable and Captions Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Airtable and Captions Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Airtable, Captions, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Airtable and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Airtable and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Airtable and Captions
Airtable + Captions + Slack: When new video content ideas are added to Airtable, a translation request is submitted to Captions, and a notification is sent to a Slack channel.
Captions + Airtable + Google Drive: When a video translation is complete in Captions, store the resulting text in an Airtable database and upload a backup to Google Drive.
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About Airtable
Sync Airtable data with other apps via Latenode for automated updates. Use Airtable as a flexible database and trigger workflows based on record changes. Automate reporting, inventory updates, and more by connecting Airtable to other services like CRMs or accounting software in Latenode. Customize with JavaScript for complex logic.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Airtable and Captions
How can I connect my Airtable account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Airtable account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Airtable and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Airtable and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Airtable with Captions video analytics?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows you to create custom workflows that automatically update Airtable with video analytics from Captions, providing real-time performance insights.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Airtable with Captions?
Integrating Airtable with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically add new Captions videos to an Airtable content calendar.
- Update Airtable records with Captions video engagement metrics.
- Trigger Captions video creation based on new Airtable entries.
- Share Captions videos directly from Airtable with team members.
- Create AI-powered video summaries and save them to Airtable.
How do I handle errors in Airtable workflows on Latenode?
Latenode's advanced error handling lets you define specific actions on failure, like sending notifications or retrying steps to ensure reliability.
Are there any limitations to the Airtable and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Airtable data structures may require custom JavaScript for optimal handling.
- Captions API rate limits may affect the speed of data synchronization.
- Real-time data transfer is subject to network conditions and API availability.